Latest Ofsted Report

Inspection 2024

The most recent Ofsted Inspection of The Oakes College Cambridge at Netherhall, took place in March 2024.  The College was judged as Good in all areas. The key findings of the report are as follows:

• At The Netherhall School and Oakes College, pupils learn how to lead happy, successful, and fulfilling lives. They are prepared well for life in modern Britain. Leaders set high standards for all.  Pupils and students in the sixth form step up to this challenge.  They consistently achieve well.

• Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) benefit from the programmes implemented specifically to meet their needs.

• Students in the sixth form have respectful and trusting relationships with staff. They value their education and the personalised support they receive. Leaders prepare them well for a deeper, more independent way of learning.

• The school is well led at all levels. The trust has been highly effective in helping the school to secure key improvements. Trustees and local governors know the school well, and provide leaders with expert scrutiny, support, and challenge.

The full Ofsted report can be found on the Ofsted website or downloaded below.